Governor Abbott Announces “Damon Allen Act”
Unveils Proposals To Reform Bail System In Texas AUSTIN - Governor Greg Abbott today unveiled the “Damon Allen Act,” a set of proposals to reform the bail system in Texas to protect law enforcement and enhance public safety. The proposals announced by the Governor are...
Commission To Rebuild Texas After Hurricane Harvey Update: Issue 26
AUSTIN - “A storm the magnitude of Hurricane Harvey could have ripped us apart, but instead it pulled us together and proved that no force is more powerful than the Texas spirit. We salute the heroes of Hurricane Harvey who stepped up... I thank these brave men and...
Recreational Fishing Alliance of Texas Endorses Governor Greg Abbott For Re-election
AUSTIN – The Recreational Fishing Alliance of Texas PAC (RFA Texas) today endorsed Governor Greg Abbott for re-election. RFA Texas seeks to secure fishing rights for Saltwater Anglers in the Lone Star State and safeguard jobs in the marine, boat, and tackle...
Combined Law Enforcement Associations of Texas Endorse Governor Greg Abbott For Four More Years
AUSTIN – Combined Law Enforcement Associations of Texas (CLEAT) and Governor Abbott held a joint press conference today where CLEAT announced Greg Abbott as their choice for Governor in the 2018 election. CLEAT is the largest law enforcement association in Texas. This...
Governor Abbott Joins The South Belt-Ellington Chamber Of Commerce In Honoring Heroes Of Hurricane Harvey
AUSTIN - Governor Greg Abbott today joined the South Belt-Ellington Chamber of Commerce at a gala honoring Hurricane Harvey heroes and first responders in Houston, Texas. During the event, the Governor thanked all those involved in Harvey response and recovery efforts...
Governor Abbott, Department of Justice Announce $1 Million Grant For Law Enforcement Overtime Expenses Following Santa Fe Shooting
AUSTIN - Governor Greg Abbott and the Department of Justice’s Bureau of Justice Assistance (BJA) today announced a $1 million grant for overtime expenses of law enforcement officers involved in the response efforts after the shooting at Santa Fe High School. The grant...
Commission To Rebuild Texas After Hurricane Harvey Update: Issue 25
"In a year that saw the state of Texas challenged by Hurricane Harvey — with its economic impact felt across the Coastal Bend region and beyond — it is a testament to the resilience of the people of Texas and the diversity of our economy to be named America’s Top...
Governor Abbott Addresses Texas American Legion Convention In San Antonio
AUSTIN - Governor Greg Abbott today attended and delivered remarks at the American Legion, Department of Texas 100th anniversary convention in San Antonio. The American Legion was incorporated by Congress in 1919 and has served as the nation's largest wartime veterans...
Governor Abbott Accepts Debate Invitation
AUSTIN – Governor Greg Abbott today announced he has accepted an invitation from Nexstar Media Group for a statewide debate against the Democrat nominee for Governor. The invitation stipulates the debate will take place on September 28th, 2018 from 7 – 8 p.m., in...
Why Texas Is The Top State For Business In America
This op-ed originally appeared in CNBC on July 10, 2018. Why Texas Is The Top State For Business In America By Gov. Greg Abbott CNBC The Texas economy is the fastest-growing in the nation. More Texans are working than ever before as the Lone Star State leads in...